Townsend is listed as a co-starter at running back for Central Michigan ahead of Saturday's opener against New Mexico, per Andrew Graham of Mitten Football.
Analysis:Townsend is projected to split work with fellow running back Vaughn Blue Saturday. The running back had a productive year with Central Michigan last season, rushing for 418 yards and four touchdowns on 82 attempts. He figures to have the same volume once again this season.
